Adorned with vintage photographs, this history book describes the heritage and culture of the Buffalo People, the nomadic Native Americans who roamed the Great Plains. The text provides a realistic understanding of their traditions, spirituality, and domestic life, while examples of Indian crafts help youngsters experience that vanished culture. Includes a lexicon of Plains Indian words and examples of their sign language.
About the Author
Linda Little Wolf is a Native American storyteller, author, and horsewoman. Since 1989, she has traveled across the United States and to many foreign countries, teaching people of all ages about the culture of the Plains Indians. During her presentations, she recounts ancient Lakota legends, exhibits authentic costumes and artifacts, and demonstrates traditional riding techniques. A resident of Ocala, Florida, she is also the author of Great Spirit Horse.
VISIONS OF THE BUFFALO PEOPLE
By Linda Little Wolf
JUVENILE NONFICTION / People & Places / United States / Native American
128 pp. 8 1/2 x 11
56 b/w photos 24 illustrations
Map 2nd ed. First Pelican ed.
Ages 10-14
ISBN: 9781589801240 pb